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Ellie Goulding to Perform at England‑Norway World Cup Quarter‑final Halftime

British pop star Ellie Goulding announced she will headline the halftime show of the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter‑final between England and Norway. The performance is scheduled for Saturday, 11 July, at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida. Goulding shared the news on Instagram, writing, “Performing at halftime for England vs Norway has me feeling like truly anything could happen… I already know the boys will make England proud, it’s coming home.”

The match follows England’s 3‑2 victory over co‑hosts Mexico and Norway’s 2‑1 upset win over Brazil, sending both teams to the last eight. The winner will meet either Argentina or Switzerland in the semi‑final. Goulding’s halftime show marks the first musical act in a World Cup quarter‑final and is part of FIFA’s broader effort to create Super Bowl‑style entertainment, with a star‑studded lineup planned for the final later in July.

The announcement also notes that Goulding is preparing to release a new album later in the year, underscoring the crossover of sports and popular culture at the tournament.